It's Always Something New! :)

I just like to keep you all on the edge of your seat because you never know what will be coming!

Good news is that I am taking my last 2 classes this term (sociology theory and race and labor markets) that are both sociology classes. Love them. Lots of reading, but love them. I'm getting ready for Spring Commencement (I plan 41 ceremonies in 3 days, it's awesome) on June 12-14. Then I head to San Antonio for Alpha Gam Convention June 18-23. The next two weeks I'll take parts 1 and 2 of my comprehensive exams. Orientation is all of July. August I'll take part 3 of my exam. September I'll defend my research proposal and then bam- the race is on to the finish! Hopefully I'll be Dr. Amber by June or August '09.

The trips to New York and Atlanta were so wonderful. I was glad to get away for a while. I absolutely love New York! We were staying right by Times Square and the energy in the city was amazing. We saw the Statue of Liberty, Ellis Island, Chinatown, and World Trade Center Site. We went to see Chicago on Broadway- fabulous! And, we of course went to the conference. We presented 2 papers, both received rave reviews. That was so rewarding to hear faculty offer such glowing reviews. Then I headed to Atlanta for a student affairs conference where I saw many, many, many colleagues and friends. We had such a great time!

On the home front, Justin and Junko have moved out as of this week. It's nice to have a peaceful house and John and I are settling into our space.

Family news- Angie is getting married! This summer! She is marrying Chad Stevens, who is a long time friend. He has a daughter Avery who is such a cutie. So I told her she will have an insta-family with Chad, Avery and Logan!

Ok- I think that is it for my quick update. Hope everyone out there is doing great. I miss you!